Calgary, Alta. – The Province of Alberta is changing construction speed zone rules after driver complaints of unfair enforcement.
Brian Mason, minister of transportation, recently announced contractors are now required to cover speed reduction signs in a construction zone when no workers are present and if there are no safety concerns.
The province is also limiting the distance of highway lane closures, making sure signs leading to construction zones are consistent and creating longer transition zones for slowing down.
“One of the major complaints we hear every year is that reduced speed limits are enforced when it’s obvious no work is occurring at the construction site,” said Mason in a press release. “These changes will make sure our construction workers are safe as they build our roadways, while also helping commuters spend less time in traffic and more time doing the things they love.”
Officials stated safety is still the highest priority on road projects and speed limits will continue to be enforced. Fines will continue to be doubled when highway workers are present.
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